2009 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Carens | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |